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OPEN: APSC 200/293 Engineering Design and Practice II/Engineering Communications TA – Fall 2026

Posted on July 3, 2026

Fourth and fifth-year undergraduate engineering and applied science students from all disciplines are invited to apply for an Undergraduate Teaching Assistantship (TA) in APSC 200/293 for Fall 2026.

TA duties will include managing teams during design and communication workshops, providing guidance and feedback, assisting in teaming development, and grading deliverables. Any necessary training will be included in the TA assignment.

Candidates should have excellent engineering communication skills, both written and oral. The ideal candidate will also have proven leadership, time management, and interpersonal skills. Engineering design experience is a strong asset.

Fall term TA contracts run Sept 1-Dec 31, 2026. Remuneration is $23.75/hour plus 4% vacation pay. Typical contract hours may range from 70-85 hours per term, depending on assigned section, team size, and duties.

TAs will be assigned to a section and must be available in-person for BOTH of the section’s 2-hour weekly workshop times shown below. Please indicate in the application form all of the section numbers (203, 204) which fit within your timetable (even if they do not match your discipline).

If you are at present uncertain about some of your availability, you can provide details at the end of your online application form:

Workshop times

Section

Dept

Day

Workshop times

 

203

MTHE

Tues

Thurs

10:30 – 12:30

12:30 – 2:30

 

204

ENPH

Tues

Thurs

2:30 – 4:30

9:30 – 11:30

 

 

To apply:

Complete an online application form here:

APSC 200/293 TA Application - Fall 2026 – Fill out form

In the form, upload a SINGLE pdf file with naming format "Lastname Firstname YourStudentNetID.pdf" which contains, in this order:

  1. A cover letter, explaining why you want to be a TA for APSC 200/293, your relevant experience, and why you believe you are a good fit for the position
  2. Your C.V.
  3. An unofficial copy of your latest transcript

Applicants chosen for an interview will be asked to complete a writing assessment.

Application reviews will begin after July 20th and will continue until the positions are filled. The Faculty Office thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Questions not answered here can be directed to: apsc.200@queensu.ca in Smith Engineering at Queen's.

AI Disclosure: As part of the application process at Queen’s University, our recruitment system uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), as defined under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, to ask job-related questions and confirm eligibility for hire. All final hiring decisions are made using non-AI related processes.

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the University.

APSC course calendar information

 

 

OPEN: APSC 221 Economics and Business Practices in Engineering TA - Fall 2026 term

Posted on July 3, 2026

Undergraduate engineering students from all disciplines are invited to apply for a Fall Term Teaching Assistantship for APSC 221. Candidates must possess a strong background in engineering economics and should have previously taken this course or an equivalent.

TA duties will primarily include marking assignments and tests and proctoring in-person assessments, typically held in the evening during Weeks 4 and 8. Duties may also include monitoring and responding to online Q&A forums and student emails, posting grades on onQ, and assisting with help sessions. Marking guides will be provided, and any necessary training will be included in the assignment.

Marking of the final examination will begin after the exam is written (the final exam date will be during the Fall term exam period). TAs will need to be available on-campus for a specific day to mark the papers after the exam is written.

Remuneration for TA positions is $23.75/hour plus 4% vacation pay. Typical contracts will be about 60 hours, depending on assigned duties. To apply:

APSC 221 TA Application - Fall 2026 – Fill out form

Within the form where indicated, upload a SINGLE pdf file named "Firstname Lastname YourStudentNetID.pdf" which contains, in this order:

  1. Your resume
  2. An unofficial copy of your latest transcript

Note: In lieu of a cover letter, there is an area on the form asking you to explain why you want to be a TA for APSC 221, and why you believe you are a good fit for the position.

Review of completed applications will begin after July 20th and will continue until the positions are filled. The Faculty Office thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Questions not answered here can be directed to: engineering.apsc221@queensu.ca in Smith Engineering.

AI Disclosure: As part of the application process at Queen’s University, our recruitment system uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), as defined under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, to ask job-related questions and confirm eligibility for hire. All final hiring decisions are made using non-AI related processes.

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the University.

APSC course calendar information

OPEN - APSC 101/199 In class support - Fall term 2026

Posted on June 3, 2026

All undergraduate students are invited to apply for a Teaching Assistantship in APSC 101/199.

The course provides students with the required communication skills necessary to be successful as students in the Stephen J.R. Smith Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science. These skills include the ability to present technical information in a professional context.

This position will provide support to the instructor in the in-class studios and mentorship to APSC 101 teams. There are 4 two-hour Studios most weeks. The TA contract will be for 60 to 120 hours depending on the number of sections assigned.

The role of this position is to help manage classroom activities for about 12 teams in the studio, observing their work in the studio and receiving updates from the team. This role will assist students with how to take good notes in the class, resolving technical problems and teaming concerns.

TA assignment duties may include leading the classroom activities, managing classroom technology, answering student emails and inquiries, grading and proctoring. There are also grading positions that focus on communication and can be done remotely. Please indicate on the application form which position you are interested in.

The employability skills that will be considered complementary to this position include:

  • Communication and presentation skills
  • Teamwork abilities
  • Confidence
  • Ability to work with others as well as independently
  • Self-motivation, initiative
  • Time management skills
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills
  • Supervisory experience
  • Experience working with students who do not have English as a first language is an asset
  • Formal education in engineering, or familiarity with engineering practice, is an asset

Course learning outcomes include:

  • Organize information in structured (report) writing with paragraphs, sections, and transitions.
  • Support statements and conclusions with evidence and acknowledge limitations and uncertainties.
  • Use appropriate vocabulary and language for a specific audience.
  • Identify graphical elements to support an idea or purpose within a document.
  • Deliver informal presentations to a small group with suitable language and content, making concepts clear to the audience.
  • Respond to oral presentations with insightful questions and suggestions.
  • Work with others to develop and deliver effective communication in written and oral form.

APSC 101/199 In-class support Fall 2026 – Fill out form

Remuneration for Undergraduate TA positions is $23.75/hour plus 4% vacation pay and estimated time commitment will be for a total of 60 hours of work spread over the term.

Review of completed applications will begin after July 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

AI Disclosure: As part of the application process at Queen’s University, our recruitment system uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), as defined under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, to ask job-related questions and confirm eligibility for hire. All final hiring decisions are made using non-AI related processes.

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the University.

Completed applications should include:

  1. Cover letter
  2. C.V.
  3. Unofficial transcripts

The Faculty Office thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Calendar information:

APSC 101https://www.ewaycorp.com/blog/cascade-cms-features-developers/ Engineering Design & Practice Units: 3.20

This course develops the ability to conceive, design, and implement solutions in an engineering context via team-based design projects. It develops complex problem solving, teaming, critical thinking, and communication skills, and provides guidance in incorporating safety, ethical, economic, and social factors in engineering problem solving. Examples and project topics are chosen to complement in other first year courses, specifically including programming and graphics. This course is integrated with APSC 199, and coordinated by the same instructors.

APSC 199 Engineering Communications 1 Units: 0.50

This course develops skills that are necessary to organize and present technical information in a professional context. It will develop skills relevant to technical and non-technical audiences, including effective argumentation, structure, concision, and vocabulary. Students will demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English relevant to engineering activities. This course is integrated with APSC 101, and coordinated by the same instructors.

OPEN - APSC 101/199 -Grading position- Fall term 2026 (Remote option)

Posted June 2, 2026

All fourth-year students (or above) are invited to apply for a Teaching Assistantship in APSC 101. The course focuses on engineering design, problem solving, and professional practice. You can read more about this module here. This is a TA position available in the Fall 2026 term.

Individual contracts will be made depending on TA hours available for the individual and the duties required but will be approximately 40-80 hours for the term with marking between Sept -Dec.

TA assignment duties may include answering student emails and inquiries, marking of assignments and exams, summarizing student grades for the instructor and posting on the Learning Management System. Any necessary training will be included in the assignment.

Technical skills and interests that will be considered an asset for this position include:

  • Engineering software tools
  • Information retrieval and evaluation
  • Educational strategies in engineering education

The employability skills that will be considered complimentary to the technical skills above and that will be further developed by this position include:

  • Technical writing
  • Communication and presentation skills
  • Teamwork abilities
  • Confidence and ability to work with others as well as independently
  • Self-motivation, initiative
  • Time management

Course topics include:

  • Problem definition
  • Gather, understand and evaluate information sources
  • Modeling and argumentation
  • Teaming
  • Writing process
  • Idea generation
  • Decision making
  • Engineering ethics and codes
  • Economic analysis
  • Engineering law

APSC 101/199 Grading position Fall 2026 – Fill out form

Remuneration for Undergraduate TA positions is $23.75/hour plus 4% vacation pay and estimated time commitment will be for a total of 60 hours of work spread over the term.

Review of completed applications will begin after July 15, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled.

AI Disclosure: As part of the application process at Queen’s University, our recruitment system uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), as defined under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, to ask job-related questions and confirm eligibility for hire. All final hiring decisions are made using non-AI related processes.

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the University.

Completed applications should include:

  1. Cover letter
  2. C.V.
  3. Unofficial transcript(s)

The Faculty Office thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Candidates being considered will receive a communication exercise to complete.

Calendar information:

APSC 101 Engineering Design & Practice Units: 3.20

This course develops the ability to conceive, design, and implement solutions in an engineering context via team-based design projects. It develops complex problem solving, teaming, critical thinking, and communication skills, and provides guidance in incorporating safety, ethical, economic, and social factors in engineering problem solving. Examples and project topics are chosen to complement in other first year courses, specifically including programming and graphics. This course is integrated with APSC 199, and coordinated by the same instructors.

APSC 199 Engineering Communications 1 Units: 0.50

This course develops skills that are necessary to organize and present technical information in a professional context. It will develop skills relevant to technical and non-technical audiences, including effective argumentation, structure, concision, and vocabulary. Students will demonstrate proficiency in spoken and written English relevant to engineering activities. This course is integrated with APSC 101, and coordinated by the same instructors.

 

OPEN - APSC 101 (Module 1) Prototyping Assistant Tech TA- Fall term 2026

Posted on June 2, 2026

All undergraduate students are invited to apply for a Teaching Assistantship in APSC 101.

The course focuses on engineering design, problem solving, and professional practice. You can read more about this module here. This is a TA position available in the Fall 2026 term.

Individual contracts will be made depending on TA hours available for the individual and the duties required but will be approximately 40-60 hours for the term.

TA assignment duties will include providing support for students using Arduino IDE and/or Fusion 360 and may include answering student emails and inquiries, reviewing discussion boards, marking of assignments, summarizing student grades for the instructor and posting on the Learning Management System. Any necessary training will be included in the assignment.

Technical skills and interests that will be considered an asset for this position include any combination of:

  • Arduino IDE
  • SolidWorks / Fusion 360
  • Prototyping using 3D printers

Course topics include:

  • Problem definition
  • Gather, understand and evaluate information sources
  • Modeling and argumentation
  • Teaming
  • Writing process
  • Idea generation
  • Decision making
  • Engineering ethics and codes
  • Economic analysis
  • Engineering law

APSC 101 Prototyping Assistant/ Tech TA Fall 2026 – Fill out form

Remuneration for Undergraduate TA positions is $23.75/hour plus 4% vacation pay and estimated time commitment will be for a total of 60 hours of work spread over the term.

Review of completed applications will begin after July 15, 2026, and continue until the positions are filled.

AI Disclosure: As part of the application process at Queen’s University, our recruitment system uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), as defined under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, to ask job-related questions and confirm eligibility for hire. All final hiring decisions are made using non-AI related processes.

This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the University.

Completed applications should include:

  1. Cover letter
  2. C.V.
  3. Unofficial transcript(s)

The Faculty Office thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

Calendar information APSC 101 (Module 1):

APSC 101 Engineering Design & Practice Units: 3.20

This course develops the ability to conceive, design, and implement solutions in an engineering context via team-based design projects. It develops complex problem solving, teaming, critical thinking, and communication skills, and provides guidance in incorporating safety, ethical, economic, and social factors in engineering problem solving. Examples and project topics are chosen to complement in other first year courses, specifically including programming and graphics. This course is integrated with APSC 199, and coordinated by the same instructors.

Last updated: Jul 21, 2026